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Mixed Neuroendocrine-Non-Neuroendocrine Neoplasms of the Rectum: A Case Report.

Filipa Ribeiro Verdasca, Rita Ferreira, Alexandra Montenegro, José Leão Mendes, Ivánia Furtado, Rui Escaleira, Válter Fernandes, Marta Seladas, Miguel Cristovão, Ricardo da Luz and 1 more

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Filipa Ribeiro VerdascaOncology Department, Unidade Local de Saúde São José, Lisboa, Portugal.
Rita FerreiraOncology Department, Unidade Local de Saúde São José, Lisboa, Portugal.
Alexandra MontenegroOncology Department, Unidade Local de Saúde São José, Lisboa, Portugal.
José Leão MendesOncology Department, Unidade Local de Saúde São José, Lisboa, Portugal.
Ivánia FurtadoOncology Department, Unidade Local de Saúde São José, Lisboa, Portugal.
Rui EscaleiraOncology Department, Unidade Local de Saúde São José, Lisboa, Portugal.
Válter FernandesOncology Department, Unidade Local de Saúde São José, Lisboa, Portugal.
Marta SeladasOncology Department, Unidade Local de Saúde São José, Lisboa, Portugal.
Miguel CristovãoPathology Department, Unidade Local de Saúde São José, Lisboa, Portugal.
Ricardo da LuzOncology Department, Unidade Local de Saúde São José, Lisboa, Portugal.
Inês GuerreiroOncology Department, Unidade Local de Saúde São José, Lisboa, Portugal.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Introduction: Mixed neuroendocrine-non-neuroendocrine neoplasms (MiNEN) represent roughly 1-2% of all colorectal malignancies. Given the rareness and heterogeneity of these mixed tumors, recognition and accurate diagnosis remain a challenge. In the absence of established guidelines, they are treated according to the standard of care for pure neuroendocrine carcinomas or adenocarcinomas from similar sites of origin. Case Presentation: We herein report a case of a rectal MiNEN in a 55-year-old male. He underwent colonoscopy for rectal bleeding and mucus emission, which revealed a vegetating lesion located approximately 8 cm from the anal verge, corresponding to a moderately differentiated low-grade adenocarcinoma of the rectum. Computed tomography scan and magnetic resonance imaging uncovered the presence of lung, lymph node, and subcutaneous implant metastases. The biopsy of the cutaneous implant showed neuroendocrine carcinoma Ki-67 90%. The patient underwent systemic chemotherapy. Conclusion: High-grade MiNEN tumors are the most commonly encountered in clinical practice and have an aggressive biological behavior. Little is known about the genetic drivers of this neoplasm and its pathogenesis remains controversial. Clinical and pathological awareness of this rare entity is a key step to design future targeted therapies and improve treatment options. The aim of this case report is to further our understanding regarding the clinical presentation, radiological features, pathology, management, and prognosis of MiNEN.

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Case reportColorectal cancerMixed epithelial endocrine neoplasmsMixed neuroendocrine-non-neuroendocrine neoplasms

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PMCPMC11249797

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